Inchworm (Geometer moth caterpillar)

Found globally in gardens, forests, and suburban areas, typically on host plants like various deciduous trees and shrubs.

Herbivorous; primarily feeds on the leaves of trees, shrubs, and garden plants.

Characterized by a 'looping' movement due to a lack of prolegs in the middle of the body. They often mimic twigs to avoid predators and can spin silk threads to drop from branches when threatened.

They are generally harmless to humans. While large populations can defoliate plants (a risk to gardens/forestry), they are beneficial as a vital food source for birds and predatory insects.